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Apple's new HomeView takes center stage (no pun intended) as the panel examines its design, features, pricing, and potential role in the smart home. From tabletop and wall-mounted models to HomeKit integration, FaceTime, calendars, and home automation, the discussion explores practical uses and limitations. Panelists who have already ordered HomeView share their buying decisions, while others question its capabilities, third-party support, and competition.  The panel includes Chuck Joiner, Jim Rea, Guy Serle, David Ginsburg, Jeff Gamet, Eric Bolden, and Marty Jencius. Want to put your brand in front of an engaged audience of Apple and technology enthusiasts? MacVoices offers sponsorship opportunities that connect your products and services with viewers and listeners who care about technology and the companies behind it. Put MacVoices to work for your brand. Visit MacVoices.com/contact and get in touch to explore sponsorship opportunities. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Apple HomeView First Impressions 00:45 Introduction to Apple's Welcome Home Announcements 01:30 Meet the Panel 05:40 Apple's HomeView Takes Center Stage 06:15 First HomeView Orders and Buying Decisions 07:15 Wall-Mounted vs. Tabletop HomeView Models 09:00 HomeKit Integration and FaceTime Possibilities 10:35 HomeView Pricing, Mounting Costs, and Speakers 12:00 Home Automation and Reasons to Wait 15:00 Evaluating HomeView's Features and Capabilities 20:00 Smart Home Integration and Practical Applications 25:00 Questions About Apps, Widgets, and Third-Party Support 29:00 Operating Temperature Limitations 30:15 Future Software Updates and Potential Improvements 31:30 CarPlay Integration and iPhone Connectivity 32:15 HomeView Screen Size and Aspect Ratio 34:00 Physical Dimensions, Counter Space, and Display Adjustments 35:00 Comparing HomeView with Amazon Echo Show and Google 37:30 HomeView as a Home Office Communication Device 39:00 FaceTime, Center Stage, and Calendar Integration 40:40 Closing and Support Information Links: Apple unveils HomeView, the company's smart display built for Siri AI https://www.engadget.com/2285072/apple-launch-homeview-smart-display-siri-ai/ Guests: Get detailed bios and contact information about for the panel on the MacVoices Live! Panel page on our web site: https://macvoices.com/macvoiceslive/macvoices-live-panel/ Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web: http://macvoices.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner http://www.twitter.com/macvoices Mastodon: https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

Apple's warning about AI agents misusing Full Disk Access sparks a debate over Mac security, privacy, and the potential consequences for developers and users. The MacVoices Live! panel examines Apple's permission system, the need for more granular controls, and concerns about restricting legitimate applications and developer options. The discussion also questions Mark Zuckerberg's involvement in drafting the White House's voluntary AI regulatory accord and whether self-regulation is the best solution to potentially dangerous advances in AI.  The panel includes: Chuck Joiner, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Eric Bolden, Web Bixby, and Marty Jencius This edition of MacVoices is brought to you by the MacVoices Dispatch, our weekly newsletter that keeps you up-to-date on any and all MacVoices-related information. Subscribe today and don't miss a thing. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and AI Security Concerns 00:47 Zuckerberg's Role in Drafting Trump's AI Accord 02:34 The Challenges of Voluntary AI Regulation 03:43 Apple's Warning About AI Agents and Full Disk Access 05:41 Developer Concerns About Potential macOS Restrictions 08:10 Could Apple's Security Changes Disadvantage Competing AI Tools? 09:15 Why Apple's Current Permission System Needs Improvement 10:49 Granular Permissions, Read-Only Access, and Security Auditing 12:00 Potential Approaches to Restricting AI Agents 13:15 Practical Advice for Managing Mac Application Permissions 15:49 Balancing Privacy, Security, and Application Functionality 16:24 Panelist Introductions and Closing Remarks 22:28 Show Wrap-Up and Final Thoughts Links: Apple sounds the alarm on AI agents and 'Full Disk Access' - Engadget https://www.engadget.com/2276186/apple-sounds-the-alarm-on-ai-agents-and-full-disk-access/ Unspecified Full Disk Access Screw Tightening https://mjtsai.com/blog/2026/10/05/unspecified-full-disk-access-screw-tightening Privacy, Full Disk Access and AI agents https://eclecticlight.co/2026/10/06/privacy-full-disk-access-and-ai-agents/ Guests: Get detailed bios and contact information about for the panel on the MacVoices Live! Panel page on our web site: https://macvoices.com/macvoiceslive/macvoices-live-panel/ Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web: http://macvoices.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner http://www.twitter.com/macvoices Mastodon: https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

The panel compares the M5 Pro Mac mini and Mac Studio, examining performance, pricing, upgrades, and video rendering capabilities. They also discuss Android app compatibility problems on Google's new computers, Meta's controversial Muse AI collecting personal relationship information, Facebook's continuing relevance for content creators, and ChatGPT's new virtual clothing try-on capabilities.  The panel includes: Chuck Joiner, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Eric Bolden, Web Bixby, and Marty Jencius. This edition of MacVoices is supported by MacVoices Magazine, our free magazine on Flipboard. Updated daily with the best articles on the web to help you do more with your Apple gear and adjacent tech, access MacVoices Magazine content on Flipboard, on the web, or in your favorite RSS reader. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Episode Topics 00:42 Comparing the M5 Pro Mac mini and Mac Studio 03:05 Mac mini Performance, Memory, Storage, and Pricing 05:47 Experiences with M4 and M4 Pro Mac minis 08:04 Google's Android App Compatibility Problems 09:13 The Future of Chromebooks and Google's New Computers 09:47 Reconsidering the M5 Pro Mac mini vs. Mac Studio 11:28 Real-World Video Rendering Performance 12:12 On-Device AI, MacWhisper, and Transcription 13:07 Using Descript for Faster Video Production 13:42 Meta Muse and AI-Generated Relationship Profiles 14:38 Privacy Concerns About Meta's Personal Data Collection 15:23 Facebook's Continuing Relevance 16:13 Facebook as a Conference and Content Distribution Platform 17:06 Balancing Facebook's Audience Reach Against Privacy Concerns 18:18 ChatGPT's Virtual Clothing Try-On Feature 19:04 Closing and Support Information Links: Mac mini M5 Pro review: Mini gets serious, with one caveat https://appleinsider.com/articles/26/10/05/mac-mini-m5-pro-review-mini-gets-serious-with-one-caveat?utm_source=rss Google admits some 'complex' Android apps run poorly on Intel Googlebooks - Engadget https://www.engadget.com/2277034/google-admits-some-complex-android-apps-run-poorly-on-intel-googlebooks/ Extracted system prompts show Meta's Muse compiles "a page for every person in the user's life", with facts, history, tips to improve relationships, and more https://www.techmeme.com/261004/p16#a261004p16 Guests: Get detailed bios and contact information about for the panel on the MacVoices Live! Panel page on our web site: https://macvoices.com/macvoiceslive/macvoices-live-panel/ Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web: http://macvoices.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner http://www.twitter.com/macvoices Mastodon: https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

The risks and rewards of removing Apple Intelligence to reclaim storage storage space space are debated, along with some experiences of performance problems following macOS upgrades. They investigate reports of iPhone 18 Pro Max failures on AT&T, debating whether hardware, software, or carrier networks are responsible. The conversation concludes with new, expanded iCloud+ email alias options, custom domains, and the advantages of owning a personal domain.  The panel includes: Chuck Joiner, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Eric Bolden, Web Bixby, and Marty Jencius. MacVoices is supported by Origin Technology. Origin is endpoint AI observability. See what a trace looks like at https://originhq.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Links: Remove Apple Intelligence from MacOS 27 Golden Gate with RemoveMacAI
https://osxdaily.com/2026/10/06/remove-apple-intelligence-from-macos-27-golden-gate-with-removemacai/ You Might Need to Replace Your iPhone 18 Pro Max https://lifehacker.com/tech/you-might-need-to-replace-your-iphone-18-pro-max Apple and AT&T Have Yet to Explain Cause of iPhone 18 Pro Max Issue https://www.macrumors.com/2026/10/05/apple-att-yet-to-share-cause-of-iphone-issue/ iCloud+ just rolled out an improved perk for subscribers - 9to5Mac https://9to5mac.com/2026/10/05/icloud-just-rolled-out-an-improved-perk-for-subscribers/ Chapters: 00:00 – Introduction and Episode Topics 00:35 – Removing Apple Intelligence to Reclaim Storage Space 01:20 – Performance Concerns on Older Macs 02:00 – Why Users Want Apple Intelligence Completely Disabled 03:10 – Removing AI from macOS Versus Disabling It on iOS 04:00 – Could Removing Apple Intelligence Save 31GB? 05:35 – Evaluating the Risks of Third-Party Removal Tools 07:20 – macOS Upgrade Performance Problems on an M1 Ultra Mac Studio 08:50 – Investigating Indexing, Rosetta, and System Slowdowns 10:00 – Older Computers and the Demands of New Operating Systems 10:55 – Origin Sponsor Message 13:00 – iPhone 18 Pro Max Connectivity Failures on AT&T 14:15 – Qualcomm Modems and Possible Carrier Configuration Problems 15:20 – Software Updates and Phones That May Require Replacement 16:20 – Hardware Failure or AT&T Network Problem? 18:15 – Investigating Possible Network Registration Issues 20:00 – Why Replacing Affected iPhones May Be the Easiest Solution 21:00 – Apple's Modem Choices and Possible Supply Chain Considerations 22:45 – iCloud+ Expands Email Alias Options 23:45 – Using Custom Domains with iCloud Mail 25:10 – Domain Registration and the Benefits of Owning Your Email Domain 26:20 – Closing Remarks Guests: Get detailed bios and contact information about for the panel on the MacVoices Live! Panel page on our web site: https://macvoices.com/macvoiceslive/macvoices-live-panel/ Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web: http://macvoices.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner http://www.twitter.com/macvoices Mastodon: https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

In a slight detour from their regular topics Charlotte Henry and Chuck Joiner discuss the iPhone 18 Pro, the upcoming iPhone Duo experience, and the challenges of managing Apple subscriptions. Turning back to television, they explore Apple's new London music venue, upcoming holiday programming featuring Snoopy and Peanuts, and research revealing Apple's emphasis on scripted entertainment. The discussion examines how Apple's quality-focused streaming strategy distinguishes it from competitors like Netflix, Disney+, and HBO Max with plenty of examples.  Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Apple's Streaming Strategy, iPhone Duo, and Holiday Programming 00:31 Welcome Back to TV Plus Talk 01:10 Charlotte's First Impressions of the iPhone 18 Pro 02:18 Chuck's Decision to Try the iPhone Duo 03:45 Watching Apple TV and Video Podcasts on a Foldable iPhone 05:19 Could the iPhone Duo Replace an iPad Mini? 07:31 Evaluating the iPhone Duo's Size and Practicality 08:40 Screen Time, Portability, and Foldable Phone Concerns 09:30 Using the iPhone Duo's External Display 10:33 Managing Apple Subscriptions and Free Trials 12:00 Keeping Track of Subscription Renewals 13:00 Carrier Promotions and Subscription Frustrations 15:00 Evaluating the Value of Apple One 16:20 Apple's New Music Venue at Battersea Power Station 17:30 Elton John Opens Apple Music Hall 19:00 Apple Music Hall and Apple's Entertainment Ecosystem 20:20 Potential Concert Recordings and Apple TV Productions 22:40 Apple's Upcoming Holiday Programming 23:00 Snoopy, Fraggle Rock, and Charlie Brown Holiday Specials 25:00 The Cultural Importance of Peanuts Holiday Classics 26:00 Free Streaming Dates for Charlie Brown Specials 27:45 Research Reveals Apple's Growing Investment in Scripted Content 28:30 Apple's Quality-Over-Quantity Entertainment Strategy 30:00 Comparing Scripted and Unscripted Content Across Streaming Services 30:45 Apple TV, Netflix, Disney+, Prime Video, and HBO Max Statistics 32:15 The Long-Term Value of Scripted Entertainment 33:00 Apple TV Viewing Statistics and Top-Performing Shows 34:30 How Apple's Content Strategy Differs From Competitors 36:00 Why Apple's Streaming Strategy Appears to Be Working 36:45 Could Apple's Entertainment Strategy Change? 38:00 Looking Ahead to a Ted Lasso Review 39:00 Closing Comments Guests: Get detailed bios and contact information about for the panel on the MacVoices Live! Panel page on our web site: https://macvoices.com/macvoiceslive/macvoices-live-panel/ Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web: http://macvoices.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner http://www.twitter.com/macvoices Mastodon: https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

After Day 1, the panel compares Amazon Prime Day deals and strategies for separating real bargains from inflated discounts. On a more serious note, they reflect on the 15th anniversary of Steve Jobs' death. John Ternus' increased focus on design and what it could mean for Apple's future, and the the iPhone Duo's replaceable display layer and other improvements designed to address traditional foldable-phone weaknesses wrap up the session.  The panel includes: Chuck Joiner, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, David Ginsburg, Jim Rea, Eric Bolden, and Marty Jencius. http://traffic.libsyn.com/maclevelten/MV26273.mp3 MacVoices is supported by Origin Technology. Origin is endpoint AI observability. See what a trace looks like at https://originhq.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Chapters: Remembering teve Jobs, 15 years after his death | AppleInsider https://appleinsider.com/articles/26/10/05/remembering-steve-jobs-seven-years-after-his-death?utm_source=rss   Design is a Jobsian-level focus for John Ternus https://appleinsider.com/articles/26/10/04/design-is-a-jobsian-level-focus-for-john-ternus?utm_source=rss   Apple says iPhone Duo has 'replaceable' folding display layer to minimize crease https://9to5mac.com/2026/10/01/apple-says-iphone-duo-has-replaceable-folding-display-layer-to-minimize-crease/   Using an iPad mini to preview the iPhone Duo experience - 9to5Mac https://9to5mac.com/2026/10/02/using-an-ipad-mini-to-preview-the-iphone-duo-experience/ Links: DJI Osmo Mobile 8 Gimbal Stabilizer for Phone, 3-Axis Stabilization https://link.amazon/B09lEEwf4 DJI Mic Mini (2 TX + 1 RX + Charging Case) https://link.amazon/B0jfOi3tJ UGREEN Maxidok Thunderbolt 5 Docking Station, 8TB M.2 NVMe SSD Support https://link.amazon/B0b2EKIfE Guests: Get detailed bios and contact information about for the panel on the MacVoices Live! Panel page on our web site: https://macvoices.com/macvoiceslive/macvoices-live-panel/ Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web: http://macvoices.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner http://www.twitter.com/macvoices Mastodon: https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

The Twelve South AirFly Drive Wireless CarPlay & Android Auto Adapter makes wired CarPlay wireless without the reliability problems common to other adapters. Setup is simple, connections occur within seconds, and extensive driving produced no dropped connections. Voice calls, apps, vehicle controls, and two-phone pairing all work seamlessly, making it a compact and affordable CarPlay upgrade.  This MacVoices is supported by our new MacVoices series, Foreshadowing Tech, that examines the effect of media depictions of tech and tech culture on real-world tech, and how real-world has affected technology depictions in the media. Check it out at http://macvoices.com/foreshadowingtech. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 AirFly Drive Wireless CarPlay Briefing 00:27 Introducing the Twelve South AirFly Drive 00:34 The Problems With Other Wireless CarPlay Adapters 02:05 A Compact Alternative to Larger Adapters 02:17 Simple Bluetooth Pairing and Setup 02:35 Fast Automatic CarPlay Connections 02:49 Reliability on the Road 03:04 Voice Calls, Apps, and Vehicle Controls 03:15 Pairing Two Different Phones 03:29 USB-A to USB-C Compatibility 03:43 Comparing the AirFly Drive to Other Adapters 03:48 Price and Color Options 03:54 Final Thoughts on Wireless CarPlay Links: Twelve South AirFly Drive Wireless CarPlay & Android Auto Adapter https://link.amazon/B02NvZmix Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web: http://macvoices.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner http://www.twitter.com/macvoices Mastodon: https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

It is happening again: Disney+ and Hulu are raising prices on their streaming services prices, inspiring the panel to discuss  strategies for managing streaming costs, and free content alternatives. The conversation then turns to Microsoft dropping Copilot+ branding from new Surface PCs, Copilot's lacking enterprise presence, reports of human review of CoPilot user photos, and broader concerns about how Microsoft and Meta approach privacy. The panel includes: Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, and Jim Rea.  MacVoices is supported by Origin Technology. Origin is endpoint AI observability. See what a trace looks like at https://originhq.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:23 Apple Watch Limitations With Multiple iPhones 01:33 Disney+ and Hulu Raise Prices Again 03:28 Rotating Streaming Services to Control Costs 05:31 Libraries and Other Streaming Alternatives 07:15 Discovering Hoopla and Libby 08:23 Microsoft Drops Copilot+ PC Branding 10:02 Copilot's Consumer and Enterprise Adoption 11:01 Is Rebranding the Answer for Copilot? 13:53 Copilot Photos and Human Reviewers 15:24 Copilot and Copilot 365 App Confusion 16:18 Microsoft vs. Meta on Customer Privacy 17:36 Meta Products and Data Harvesting 18:48 Zuckerberg, AI Development, and Privacy Links: Apple Intelligence is taking up to 30GB (or more) on some Macs running macOS 27 https://appleworld.today/2026/09/apple-intelligence-it-taking-up-to-30gb-or-more-on-some-macs-running-macos-27/ Ast-Ware Arts Launches Rosetta Radar, a Free Mac Utility That Finds the Apps That Will Stop Working https://appleworld.today/2026/09/ast-ware-arts-launches-rosetta-radar-a-free-mac-utility-that-finds-the-apps-that-will-stop-working/ Your $1,500 iPhone 18 Pro Max doesn't need a case, honest! https://www.macworld.com/article/3127386/your-1500-iphone-18-pro-max-doesnt-need-a-case-honest.html AirTag stalking victim says iPhone didn't warn her, so she's suing Apple https://appleinsider.com/articles/26/09/23/airtag-stalking-victim-says-iphone-didnt-warn-her-so-shes-suing-apple?utm_source=rss Apple vs. Adobe: How does iOS 27's AI photo editing compare to Photoshop? - 9to5Mac https://9to5mac.com/2026/09/24/apple-vs-adobe-how-does-ios-27s-ai-photo-editing-compare-to-photoshop/ Adobe completes acquisition of Topaz Labs, bringing Emmy Award-winning AI enhancement capabilities to Adobe's creative ecosystem https://blog.adobe.com/en/publish/2026/09/23/adobe-completes-acquisition-of-topaz-labs Guests: Get detailed bios and contact information about for the panel on the MacVoices Live! Panel page on our web site: https://macvoices.com/macvoiceslive/macvoices-live-panel/ Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web: http://macvoices.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner http://www.twitter.com/macvoices Mastodon: https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

Whether Apple Watch can pair with multiple iPhones, the storage demands of Apple Intelligence, and preparing Macs for the end of Rosetta support kick off this discussion. Other topics include whether expensive phones need cases, AI photo editing versus Photoshop, Pixelmator Pro as an Adobe alternative, and what Adobe's acquisition of Topaz Labs means for  users.  The panel includes: Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, and Jim Rea.  This edition of MacVoices is brought to you by the MacVoices Dispatch, our weekly newsletter that keeps you up-to-date on any and all MacVoices-related information. Subscribe today and don't miss a thing. Show Notes: Chapters: Links: Apple Intelligence is taking up to 30GB (or more) on some Macs running macOS 27 https://appleworld.today/2026/09/apple-intelligence-it-taking-up-to-30gb-or-more-on-some-macs-running-macos-27/ Ast-Ware Arts Launches Rosetta Radar, a Free Mac Utility That Finds the Apps That Will Stop Working https://appleworld.today/2026/09/ast-ware-arts-launches-rosetta-radar-a-free-mac-utility-that-finds-the-apps-that-will-stop-working/ Your $1,500 iPhone 18 Pro Max doesn't need a case, honest! https://www.macworld.com/article/3127386/your-1500-iphone-18-pro-max-doesnt-need-a-case-honest.html AirTag stalking victim says iPhone didn't warn her, so she's suing Apple https://appleinsider.com/articles/26/09/23/airtag-stalking-victim-says-iphone-didnt-warn-her-so-shes-suing-apple?utm_source=rss Apple vs. Adobe: How does iOS 27's AI photo editing compare to Photoshop? - 9to5Mac https://9to5mac.com/2026/09/24/apple-vs-adobe-how-does-ios-27s-ai-photo-editing-compare-to-photoshop/ Adobe completes acquisition of Topaz Labs, bringing Emmy Award-winning AI enhancement capabilities to Adobe's creative ecosystem https://blog.adobe.com/en/publish/2026/09/23/adobe-completes-acquisition-of-topaz-labs Guests: Get detailed bios and contact information about for the panel on the MacVoices Live! Panel page on our web site: https://macvoices.com/macvoiceslive/macvoices-live-panel/ Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web: http://macvoices.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner http://www.twitter.com/macvoices Mastodon: https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

September brought a return to a more normal schedule for TV+ Talk,, a new Foreshadowing Tech exploring science fiction's influence on real-world communication devices, and several website improvements. Chuck highlights new subscription, contributor, and social media pages, discusses continuing coverage of AI, Apple Intelligence, hardware and software, and provides the monthly Support Report.  Show Notes: MacVoices Subscribe page: http://macvoices.com/subscribe MacVoices Social page: http://macvoices.com/social MacVoices Live! Panel page: http://macvoices.com/macvoices-live-panel Chapters: 00:00 September 2026 Update 00:40 A Busy Month and the Return From Summer 00:52 Foreshadowing Tech and Science Fiction's Influence 01:42 A New Central Subscription Page 02:11 Website Updates and Centralized Information 03:05 A New Social Media Page 04:28 September Guests and Discussions 04:37 AI and Apple Intelligence Remain Major Topics 04:51 Hardware, Software, and Tech News Coverage 05:27 The Monthly Support Report 06:34 Patreon and Ways to Support the Show 06:53 Sponsors and Affiliate Support 07:42 Why Sponsor Recommendations Matter 07:50 Wrapping Up the September Update 08:20 Patreon and One-Time Support Options Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web: http://macvoices.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner http://www.twitter.com/macvoices Mastodon: https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

Two MacVoices Live! panel members provide a  look inside the most recent  Ecamm Creator Cam. They highlight  its focus on creators, entrepreneurship, community, and upcoming features such as live transcription and translation. The panel also examines how many apps can be removed from iPhone as compared to other smart phones, and slower storage in base Mac mini models. The discussion also includes a look at left-handed usability of the iPhone Duo and AT&T's surprising decision not to support Apple's new iPhone handoff feature. The panel includes: Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, and Jim Rea.  MacVoices is supported by Origin Technology. Origin is endpoint AI observability. See what a trace looks like at https://originhq.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Welcome and Panel Introductions 02:08 Inside Ecamm Creator Camp 03:53 Creators, Entrepreneurs, and Monetization 05:21 Creator Camp Cabins and Learning Ecamm 06:38 Upcoming Ecamm Features and Apple Intelligence 08:40 The Ecamm Community and Mac Switchers 10:28 Different Creators, Businesses, and Perspectives 12:20 Are Creator Conferences Worth the Investment? 13:13 The 50 Pre-Installed iPhone Apps 14:18 Removing Unwanted Apple Apps 15:34 Base Mac mini Storage Performance 17:06 Left-Handed Users and the iPhone Duo 19:51 AT&T and Apple's iPhone Handoff Feature 21:46 Is iPhone Handoff Actually Useful? 23:25 Using Handoff With Two iPhones 25:08 AT&T Customer Frustrations and Limitations Links: iPhones come with 50 pre-installed apps; you can safely remove many of them https://appleworld.today/2026/09/iphones-come-with-50-pre-installed-apps-you-can-safely-remove-many-of-them/ Base Mac mini still has slower storage than any other configuration https://appleinsider.com/articles/26/09/23/base-mac-mini-still-has-slower-storage-than-any-other-configuration?utm_source=rss iPhone Duo video shows left-handed use for new model - 9to5Mac https://9to5mac.com/2026/09/25/iphone-duo-video-shows-left-handed-use-for-new-model/ AT&T Responds to iOS 27's New iPhone Handoff Feature https://www.macrumors.com/2026/09/23/att-on-ios-27-iphone-handoff/ AT&T seemingly has no plans to support Apple's new iPhone Handoff feature - 9to5Mac https://9to5mac.com/2026/09/23/att-iphone-handoff-support/ Two iPhones? In This Economy? Explaining iPhone Handoff by Glenn Fleishman https://tidbits.com/2026/09/16/two-iphones-in-this-economy-explaining-iphone-handoff/ Guests: Get detailed bios and contact information about for the panel on the MacVoices Live! Panel page on our web site: https://macvoices.com/macvoiceslive/macvoices-live-panel/ Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web: http://macvoices.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner http://www.twitter.com/macvoices Mastodon: https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

The panel looks at macOS 27 ending Time Capsule backup support, then debates Google's new Android-based laptops and its attempt to build a tighter ecosystem. Other topics include Chrome's retro-style bookmark launchpad and GM's geolocation privacy settlement before a deep dive into cloud storage, AWS data loss, redundancy, service agreements, and why cloud storage is not necessarily backup.  The panel consists of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Web Bixby, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, and Jeff Gamet. MacVoices is supported by Origin Technology. Origin is endpoint AI observability. See what a trace looks like at https://originhq.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 macOS 27 Ends Time Capsule Backup Support 00:57 The Risks of Aging Time Capsule Hardware 02:20 Google's New Android Laptop Strategy 03:35 Google Tries to Build an Apple-Like Ecosystem 05:09 Chromebooks Versus Android-Based Laptops 06:00 Android and Apple Ecosystem Pricing 07:17 Google Book Pricing Compared With MacBook Neo 08:31 Chrome's Retro Approach to the New Tab Page 09:45 Are Bookmark Launchpads Useful Again? 11:34 GM and OnStar Geolocation Data Settlement 12:08 Origin: Endpoint AI Observability 13:37 Amazon Data Center Strikes and Permanent Data Loss 15:01 Why Didn't AWS Redundancy Prevent the Loss? 16:23 Geographic Redundancy and Cloud Infrastructure 17:52 Planning for Regional Data Center Disasters 18:30 Amazon Regions and Customer Responsibility 20:52 Who Is Responsible for Cloud Data Protection? 22:02 Microsoft Teams, AWS, Azure, and E911 23:14 What Does Your Cloud Service Agreement Promise? 24:26 Cloud Storage Is Not the Same as Backup 25:49 Service Agreements, Redundancy, and Acts of War 27:00 Protecting Critical Data Across Multiple Regions 27:41 Why the 3-2-1 Backup Strategy Still Matters 28:22 Panelist Wrap-Up and Where to Find Everyone Links: PSA: macOS 27 Drops Support for Time Machine Backups to Time Capsule https://www.mactrast.com/2026/09/psa-macos-27-drops-support-for-time-machine-backups-to-time-capsule/ Google's pitch for Googlebooks: A laptop that works better with your Android phone – Engadget https://www.engadget.com/2263649/googlebooks-a-laptop-that-works-better-with-your-android-phone/   Transform Chrome's new tab page into the ultimate bookmark launchpad – Fast Company https://www.fastcompany.com/91593352/chrome-new-tab-bookmarks   FTC Finalizes Order Settling Allegations that GM and OnStar Collected and Sold Geolocation Data Without Consumers' Informed Consent | Federal Trade Commission https://www.ftc.gov/news-events/news/press-releases/2026/01/ftc-finalizes-order-settling-allegations-gm-onstar-collected-sold-geolocation-data-without-consumers   Iran strikes on Amazon data centers caused permanent loss of customer data https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2026/09/iran-strikes-on-amazon-data-centers-caused-permanent-loss-of-customer-data/ Guests: Get detailed bios and contact information about for the panel on the MacVoices Live! Panel page on our web site: https://macvoices.com/macvoiceslive/macvoices-live-panel/ Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web: http://macvoices.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner http://www.twitter.com/macvoices Mastodon: https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

The panel explores first impressions of Siri AI, from image searches, weather, news, and Vision Pro visual recognition to unexpected limitations involving apps and personal context. The discussion also covers Steve Jobs and Apple Store history, Steve Wozniak's new merchandise venture, Apple's wearable market strength, GM's continuing retreat from CarPlay, and Tim Cook's expanding diplomatic role.  The panel consists of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Web Bixby, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, and Jeff Gamet. MacVoices is supported by Origin Technology. Origin is endpoint AI observability. See what a trace looks like at https://originhq.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:03 Testing the New Siri AI Experience 01:28 Learning to Use a More Capable Siri 02:01 Siri Search, Stories, Weather, and Vision Pro 05:05 Personal Context and Siri's Current Limitations 06:33 Privacy, Apps, and Siri Integration 09:11 Testing Visual Intelligence at the Grocery Store 11:12 On-Device vs. Off-Device AI Requests 12:33 Steve Jobs and the Philosophy Behind Apple Retail 14:01 Sponsor: Origin 15:34 Steve Wozniak Launches a Merch Store 18:12 Remembering the US Festival 18:55 Apple Leads in Earbuds and Smartwatches 19:44 GM Continues Moving Away From CarPlay 21:35 Tim Cook's Evolving Role at Apple 22:51 Tim Cook as Apple's Global Ambassador 24:42 Apple, Shareholders, and Corporate Responsibility Links: Here are 100+ things Siri AI can do on your iPhone – 9to5Mac https://9to5mac.com/2026/09/17/here-are-100-things-siri-ai-can-do-on-your-iphone/   The word Steve Jobs wouldn't let us say—and how it built Apple's most loyal customers https://www.fastcompany.com/91569739/the-word-steve-jobs-wouldnt-let-us-say-and-how-it-built-apples-most-loyal-customers-steve-jobs-apple-marketing-strategy A Woz merch store is the most surprising launch this month – 9to5Mac https://9to5mac.com/2026/09/17/a-woz-merch-store-is-the-most-surprising-launch-this-month/   Apple leads the global true wireless stereo market with 20.5% market share https://appleworld.today/2026/09/apple-leads-the-global-true-wireless-stereo-market-with-20-5-market-share/   The Apple Watch now has 40.2% of the global smartwatch market https://appleworld.today/2026/09/the-apple-watch-now-has-40-2-of-the-global-smartwatch-market/   GM Wants You to Know It Still Plans to Ditch Apple CarPlay in Future EVs https://www.macrumors.com/2026/09/21/gm-stance-on-apple-carplay/   Tim Cook keeping John Ternus away from controversy by attending White House dinner https://9to5mac.com/2026/09/17/tim-cook-keeping-john-ternus-away-from-controversy-by-attending-white-house-dinner/   Tim Cook to Attend White House State Dinner for Xi Jinping https://www.macrumors.com/2026/09/16/tim-cook-state-dinner-xi-jinping/ Guests: Get detailed bios and contact information about for the panel on the MacVoices Live! Panel page on our web site: https://macvoices.com/macvoiceslive/macvoices-live-panel/ Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web: http://macvoices.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner http://www.twitter.com/macvoices Mastodon: https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

Apple's record stock performance leads into a discussion of Vision Pro and John Ternus' explanation of its long-term potential. The MacVoices Live! panel considers spatial computing's growing role in medicine, productivity, and professional workflows, along with whether the technology is ready for broader adoption. They also examine iPhone battery shipping limits, SoftRAID 9's support of RAID 6, and local versus cloud storage. The panel consists of Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Web Bixby, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Jim Rea, and Jeff Gamet. MacVoices is supported by the new MacVoices Merch Store, featuring Comfort Colors t-shirts and sweatshirts, caps, mugs, stickers, and even more items coming. Check it out at store.macvoices.com. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Technical Troubles and Panel Introductions 03:31 Apple Shares Reach a Record High 06:48 John Ternus Explains the Vision Pro Strategy 08:20 Vision Pro Finds a Role in Medicine 10:17 Early Technology and Finding the Right Market 11:32 Is Vision Pro Ready for Broader Adoption? 14:00 Waiting for the Next Generation of Vision Pro 16:20 Vision Pro as a Productivity Platform 18:40 Spatial Computing Versus Gaming Headsets 21:00 iPhone Battery Limits for Shipping 22:35 Why Laptop Batteries Avoid the Same Restriction 24:02 SoftRAID 9 Brings RAID 6 to macOS 27 25:58 Local Storage, Cloud Storage, and Plex Links: Apple shares hit record high after iPhone Duo and Siri AI reveal https://appleinsider.com/articles/26/09/21/apple-shares-hit-record-high-after-iphone-duo-and-siri-ai-success?utm_source=rss   John Ternus just gave the best defense yet for Vision Pro – 9to5Mac https://9to5mac.com/2026/09/21/john-ternus-just-gave-the-best-defense-yet-for-vision-pro/   Apple adds mode to temporarily limit the iPhone 18 Pro Max battery for shipping – Six Colors https://sixcolors.com/link/2026/09/apple-adds-mode-to-temporarily-limit-the-iphone-18-pro-max-battery-for-shipping/   SoftRAID 9 adds RAID 6 for macOS 27 owners only https://appleinsider.com/articles/26/09/17/softraid-9-adds-raid-6-for-macos-27-owners-only?utm_source=rss Guests: Get detailed bios and contact information about for the panel on the MacVoices Live! Panel page on our web site: https://macvoices.com/macvoiceslive/macvoices-live-panel/ Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web: http://macvoices.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner http://www.twitter.com/macvoices Mastodon: https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

A discussion of smart TV privacy examines reports of LG televisions collecting viewing data, whether TVs should ever be connected to the internet, and when firmware updates are worthwhile. The MacVoices Live! panel also considers hotel TV privacy, Microsoft's increasingly pervasive Copilot strategy and organizational changes, and the enduring influence of Star Trek technology on real-world innovation. The panel includes: Chuck Joiner, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, David Ginsburg, Web Bixby, Jeff Gamet, and Jim Rea. This edition of MacVoices is brought to you by our Patreon supporters. Get access to the MacVoices Slack and MacVoices After Dark by joining in at Patreon.com/macvoices. Show Notes: Chapters: 00:29 LG Smart TVs and Privacy Concerns 01:13 Treating a Smart TV as a Dumb Display 02:02 Why Would a Television Need an Update? 02:43 Security Patches and Smart TV Software 03:04 Using Apple TV Instead of Built-In Apps 04:13 The Case for TV Firmware Updates 04:40 Sony and Samsung Firmware Experiences 05:35 Why Modern TVs Need Software Updates 06:12 TCL, Roku, and Mandatory Internet Connections 06:57 Updating Built-In Smart TV Apps 07:42 Privacy Concerns With Hotel Televisions 08:15 Collecting Data While TVs Are Off 09:13 LG's History of Gathering Usage Data 10:13 Can Hotel TV Data Identify Guests? 12:33 Hotel TVs That Already Know Your Name 14:55 Microsoft's AI-Inspired Organizational Changes 15:58 Copilot's Increasing Presence Across Microsoft 16:27 Copilot Everywhere and Comparisons With Other AI 17:06 How Star Trek Helped Invent the Future 18:03 Communicators, Tricorders, PADDs, and Medical Technology Links: LG TVs caught spying even when offline or on standby https://www.theverge.com/tech/991190/lg-tv-spying-standby-recording-wi-fi-scanning-gamers-nexus Microsoft naming conventions are getting an AI makeover—and they sound very sci-fi https://www.fastcompany.com/91601582/microsoft-org-chart-getting-ai-makeover-sounds-very-sci-fi Guests: Get detailed bios and contact information about for the panel on the MacVoices Live! Panel page on our web site: https://macvoices.com/macvoiceslive/macvoices-live-panel/ Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon http://patreon.com/macvoices Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web: http://macvoices.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner http://www.twitter.com/macvoices Mastodon: https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe: Audio in iTunes Video in iTunes Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss